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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Posting from Germany since my hubby just ran the Berlin marathon. I’ll be back soon ready for new #kidlit projects. Rep’d by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. Portfolio link www.laurazarrin.com. #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #picturebookillustration #chapterbookillustration

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Hello Art Directors and Editors! I'm a published illustrator in California. I'm looking for middle grade, picture book, chapter book, and young graphic novel projects, as well as cover illustration work. Portfolio: www.laurazarrin.com. Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic.

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

#kidlitartpostcard is beaming down from outer space this month. I’m an author/illustrator in California looking for fun projects from board books to graphic novels. Rep’d by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. Portfolio link in bio. @picturebookillustration #kidlitart

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Happy #PortfolioDay - I'm Gina Perry, a children's book illustrator from New England. I'm open to new book, product, or magazine projects in the fall. Rep'd by Sean McCarthy Lit. More at: www.ginaperry.com #kidlit #illustrator

Illustrated Green-tinted underwater scene with four playful pink and peach axolotls and orange copepods. Art by Gina Perry

Illustrated scene of a preschool age girl with messy braids, wearing overalls. She’s playing with toy cars in the dirt by a puddle, surrounded by wild strawberries, grape vines, a chain link fence, lily of the valley, and rhubarb. She’s looking up at a small imaginary (or real) dragon in the rhubarb. The dragon is eyeing an inchworm on a leaf. Art by Gina Perry

Illustrated scene of a city parkway filled with kids and adults on bicycles, tricycles, wagons, and scooters. The illustration was done for High Five Magazine’s “That’s Silly” feature, so lots of silly things are visible (banana handlebars, fish tank in a bike basket, triangle wheel, etc). Art by Gina Perry

Illustrated opossum mama carrying 6 babies up a peach tree, looking nervous about reaching for fruit while her babies shout out PEACHES! Art by Gina Perry

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

#portfolioday Arit Directors and Editors, I'm a published children's book illustrator. Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. www.LauraZarrin.com #kidlitart #picturebookillustration #middlegradeillustration

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

A new addition of my newsletter is out today. I'm sharing one of my favorite illustrations that I refreshed once my skills leveled up. tinyurl.com/2t3axy6m #portfolioadvice #kidlitart

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Back to the character series I started earlier this year. I love drawing fairies, especially with a regular kid look to them. I'd name her, but I'm terrible at that. Any suggestions? More fairies to come. #kidlitart #fairyart #magicalillustration #picturebookart

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Hello Art Directors & Editors. I'm a published illustrator looking for Board Book, PB, Chapter, and MG projects especially with fun characters & wacky situations. Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. www.LauraZarrin.com. #picturebookart #kidlitart

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

A gentle #kidlitart weekend reminder: #KidLitArtPostcard is coming up this Thursday, July 2nd! www.ginaperry.com/postcard

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All about KidLitArtPostcard — Gina Perry Illustrations

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Reading is life. I always have a book with me. I read in line, I read while brushing my teeth. I'm always reading. My dad was too. He once told me about a co worker who would read while walking to work. Not sure how that's possible. Any fellow reading addicts out there?

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

It's a good time to post this again. All of my work is made by me with my own hands and no AI. If you're a human children's book illustrator (aspiring or working), I'm now offering portfolio reviews. Let me know if you'd like me to take look. www.zarrindesign.com/portfolio-re...

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Toshi(ki) Nakamura | 中村俊貴 @artoftoshi.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy 5years anniversary, #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Toshi and currently looking for new kidlit projects! Interested in picture books, board books, chapter books, and other illustration projects! More work at artoftoshi.com/illustration Rep’d by Hannah Mann at Writers House Thank you😊

An illustration of a boy spending a time alone in the woods.

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Shiho Pate ペイトしほ Illustration @shihopate.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy 5th anniversary #KidlitArtPostcard day! Hi I'm Shiho and I love making books for kids🧡 ✨ shihopate.com for more ✨ Represented by Deborah Warren at @eastwestlit.bsky.social ✨ Author Illustrator ✨ I was always the kid that loved playing in puddles and mud! #kidlitart #illustration #playground

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Angela Matteson @angelamatteson.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy 5 years #KidLitArtPostcard! Exploring the Galápagos Islands with marine iguanas, and celebrating the upcoming #WorldOceansDay and #WorldEnvironmentDay. I wish I had snorkeled as a kid. 🐠🐟 More at angelamatteson.com Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social #kidlitart #illustration #childrensbooks

An illustration by Angela Matteson of a snorkeling girl taking photos of an octopus while her marine iguana friend looks on. Tropical fish swim by. A marine iguana eats algae in the foreground, while others surf and float in an intertube and another iguana relaxes on a pool lounger, while reading Darwin's Origin of Species.

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Diana Castillo | Author/Illustrator @dianaacastle.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy 5 year anniversary to #KidLitArtPostcard day! To celebrate, here is a drawing and throwback pic to my childhood in Cuba (it was my job to pet the dog & collect the eggs). 🎉 #kidlitart #funny #PBs #chapterbooks #kidlit #summer Rep by @litagentsaritza.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Clay Adamah @clayadamah.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

#HappyPride and #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Clay Adamah, a published illustrator of #KidLitArt Since the theme is "yourself as a kid" and it's #Pride y'all! 🌈 I drew myself growing into the joyful human I am today. #ProtectTransKids and #LetTransKidsBloom 🏳️‍⚧️ clayadamah.wixsite.com/clayadamah

An illustration of a trans masculine person sitting next to and gazing nostalgically four of their younger selves at different ages, all coloring pictures. They are surrounded by floaty flowers and sparkles and a ribbony trans flag. Text reads Clay Adamah author illustrator clay adamah at gmail dot com at clay adamah on bluesky. website is clay adamah dot wix site dot com slash clay adamah. hashtag kidlit art postcard fifth anniversary theme yourself as a kid June 2026.

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Mark Hoffmann @studiohoffmann.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Did you ever destroy something with your art you wish you hadn’t? 👋 Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am rep’d by Jenn Laughran (@literaticat) with @andreabrownlit. I’m always looking for my next book to work on. #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart

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Mike Petrik @mikepetrik.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy five years to #kidlitartpostcard ! The theme was to draw me as a kid. Skateboarding! Vampires! Garbage Pail Kids! Garfield! Shout out to Reebok pumps. Def a kid of the 80s/90s. I am an author / illustrator of books for kids! Currently seeking representation. Mikepetrik.com for tons more!

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Shelley Hanmo ✂️ Paper Cut Illustrator @junoniaarts.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

🌶️🥬 #kidlitartpostcard I'm Shelley Hanmo, a #cutpaper #illustrator looking for PB projects. I'm passionate about topics such as food, culture, music, nonfiction, friendship and adventure. Rep'd by @agentzacker.bsky.social @galltzacker.bsky.social ✂️ www.junoniaarts.com #illustration #kidlitart

A little girl is trying kimchi for the first time. Picture book illustration made from cut paper collage. Kids book art

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Cheers to 5 years of #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Gina Perry, creator of this event and an author/illustrator of picture books. Kid-me spent hours in my backyard looking for dragons and playing with toy cars. Rep'd by Sean McCarthy, and looking for new book projects soon! www.ginaperry.com #kidlit

Illustration by Gina Perry for KidLitArtPostcard's 5th Anniversary "You, as a Kid" theme. A little girl wearing overalls and skinny braids sits barefoot by a fence, grape leaves, rhubarb, strawberries, lily of the valley, a puddle, and a fence. She's playing with cars but looking in awe at a small green and gold dragon. The dragon is watching a little yellow worm. Text reads: Gina Perry Author / Illustrator Represented by Sean McCarthy ginaperry.com

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Decomposing Dame (Diandra Mae) @diandramae.com · 04/06/2026

Happy 5-year #KidLitArtPostcard Anniversary, y'all! 🎨 📚 As a kid I spent hours running wild outside with my brother & friends, thrilled by discoveries-like tadpoles! I'm rep'd by Carrie Hannigan @ HGLit. You can see more of my work at diandramae.com #kidlit #kidlitart #outdoor

a stylized digital illustration from a pov from down in the water shows a young girl looking down into water filled with tadpoles, and dipping her finger towards them in delight. Summer fun with a little pond scum.

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Tatjana Mai-Wyss @tatjanamaiwyss.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Hello and happy 5 year birthday to #kidlitartpostcard ! June is my birthday month too, so I will be celebrating with cake. (all month)

black and white line drawing of a small girl smelling a giant weedy flower

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy 5th Birthday #kidlitartpostcard Theme: ‘Me As a Kid’. A free range kid in the Midwest. Always climbing trees and getting stuck. Art Directors—I’m looking for picture book to middle grade projects. Rep’d by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. Find more of my work at LauraZarrin.com

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Tomorrow we celebrate 5 years of #KidLitArtPostcard - there is an optional theme of "You, as a kid". I can't wait to see everyone's work across social media! And thank you to all the children's book illustrators for making this a joyous event each month!!!! #kidlit

Teal, pink, and gray text reads: 5 years of KidLitArtPostcard. June 4th. Theme: You, as a Kid! Illustration of a kid running with postcards and a party hat, wearing a pink shirt and a banana colored mail bag. Art and event by Gina Perry

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

I think it's a rule that children's book illustrators need to be able to draw dogs, right? Here's a selection of dog characters based on real dogs. I have a story brewing that has a cast of dog characters. Can't wait to get that one finished. #dogportraits #childrensbookillustrator #kidlitart

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

My newsletter is out today! I talk about my recent website refresh and what makes a good website for children's book illustrators. I still have openings for portfolios reviews. Link in bio. Book now! #portfolioreview #childrensbookillustrationwebsite #websiterefresh

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

I wrote a newsletter!!! It’s all about putting together your children’s book portfolio. I hope you sign up. You can find it here. substack.com/@laurazarrin...

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

I'm offering Portfolio Reviews! For a limited time, I'd love to help you move forward in your children's book illustration career by offering a written portfolio review. I've had so much help getting where I am and I'd like to help you. www.zarrindesign.com/portfolio-re...

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Here's your rainy holiday weekend reminder: the 5th anniversary of #KidLitArtPostcard is June 4th! I'm suggesting a theme for our illustrations: You, as a kid. Learn more about the event here: www.ginaperry.com/postcard #kidlit

Text in pink/teal/gray reads: 5 years of KidLitArtPostcard. June 4th Theme: You, as a Kid! Illustration of a kid running with a party hat, yellow mailbag spilling postcards, pink shirt and shoes. Art and event by Gina Perry

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

I have a surprise announcement for you tomorrow! Stay tuned.

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Kristen Chow @kristenchowart.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Kristen, a Chinese Canadian artist! I love illustrating cozy scenes, cute animals, and colourful foods. I'm currently open to work on picture books, graphic novels, and cover projects! 🖼️ kristenchowart.com 🍊Rep'd by @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Mermaid art in honor of #mermay. I’m a published author/illustrator in NorCal. Art Directors & Editors—I’m looking for picture book, chapter book, & graphic novel projects to collaborate on. Portfolio: www.LauraZarrin.com #picturebook #kidlitart

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

After a grueling studio reorganization, I can finally paint again. I was honestly questioning my life choices when I was in the middle of this. So happy to be on the other side in a more open and clean studio. I’m calling it She Contains Multitudes ❤️ #abstractpainting #collageart

Image is of a girl in a colorful patterned cloak on a collaged and painted background.

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Hello Art Directors and Editors! Northern California author/illustrator here. Available for picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels. Portfolio link in bio. wwwLauraZarrin.com #portfolioday

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

These Sleepy Shrimp were inspired by #kidlitartdrawingchallenge2026 I love seeing them tucked into their shell bed under a comfy quilt. Another experiment: IRL watercolor with Procreate pencil lines. #kidlitart #picturebookillustration #oceanillustration

Illustration of 3 shrimp with night caps sleeping under a patchwork quilt in a shell bed.

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

This year has been a year of play. Trying new methods. New/old materials. II have no agenda other than to try. It's been so good to do this without the fear. Lately, it's been combining IRL watercolor with pencil lines In Procreate. It's fun! Meet Bookworm. #kidlitart #picturebookillustration

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

I'm participating in a fun, easy challenge #repostyourart26 hosted by @byjessicaelena. Today's prompt is 'light'. The movie projector fits that. I loved doing this piece with all the different animals & their expressions. #repostyourart26day9 #kidlitart #picturebookillustration

Anthropomorphic animals watching a horror movie. Lots of scared expressions and reactions.

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Claire Lordon - Illustrator, Designer, & Author @clairelordon.com · 02/04/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! It's springtime! I'm an author-illustrator who would love to work on picture books, early readers, board books, and graphic novels. My wonderful agent is @mccarthylit.com! You can view more of my work on my website: www.clairelordon.com #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard

A cartoonish looking illustration with lots of painterly texture. It's a spring scene with bright colours. There is a purple crow in the middle with a yellow rain jacket and rainboots. They are holding a flower with an angry worm on it. A bouquet of flowers in the other hand. The crow is walking along a path in a park. There are puddles, and a snail with an umbrella. There is another orange worm next to a bunch of flowers growing out of the ground. There is a cherry blossom tree in the right that has blossoms falling. Bushes and trees are in the foreground and background. There is a rainbow in the sky. It is raining. On the bottom has the text "Claire Lordon" "Represented by Sean McCarthy" "www.clairelordon.com"

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Hello Art Directors and Editors! Here's a Highland Cow and his friend Duck out for a ride for #kidlitartpostcard. I'm looking for picture book, chapter book, and young graphic novel projects, as well as cover illustration work. Portfolio www.LauraZarrin.com Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Are you a #kidlit editor, agent, art director, or designer? Do you want a reminder sent to you the morning of every #KidLitArtPostcard day? kidlitartpostcard.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

I tried a technique inspired by @sashamayer.draws from a @rizzyfig workshop. I overlayed a painting over my illustration in procreate. I'll definitely try this again! Thanks Sasha and Raissa! #addacharacter2026 #illustrationtechnique #kidlitart #picturebookillustration

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Amitha Jagannath Knight @amitha.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

♥️♥️ adding to my book ideas list

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

I love fireflies or as I know them, lightening bugs. I wish we had them where I live now! In this illustration I imagine them living in lanterns. #fireflies #picturebookillustration #kidlitart

Illustration of fireflies meeting for coffee outside of their lantern homes.

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